2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Aveo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 42 L |